P&C Designer 3

GAI Consultants is seeking a Designer 3 for Substation P&C Design that will perform P&C design related tasks, technical guidance/training/mentoring of staff, and assist with design reviews as required. The successful candidate will work on various substation engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects from 12kV through 500kV. Thrive in GAI's corporate culture that empowers employee advancement with support for career and professional development and engages with staff to build mutual trust and respect and consideration for diverse perspectives, people, experiences, and ideas.

Job Duties:

• Manage, design, and perform design checks related to technical activities including, but not limited to, the following:
• Development of and/or revisions to existing drawings for one-lines, physical arrangements, grounding, conduit, lighting, lightning protection, and rigid bus analysis with the ability to produce the associated drawings utilizing client specific CAD software.
• Create physical layouts and substation designs that integrate with protection and control drawings.
• Creation of project criteria.
• Development of design specifications including the overall bill of materials.
• Design and sizing of auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers.
• Design and sizing of conduit and high voltage conductor.
• Ordering long-lead item materials.
• Assist in reviewing junior engineer's designs and verify they meet client standards and specifications.
• Document QAQC reviews, maintain record documents, and communicate information to the team.
• Traveling to other offices and meeting with clients and attending project-specific meetings on a regular basis.
• Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI's high standards of project management.
• Managing and assisting with the development of the scope of services and cost estimates for Substation and P&C projects.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
• Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
• Ability to work extended hours or after hours when required.
• Ability to create drawings utilizing 3D CAD software is preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years substation design experience is preferred.

General Characteristics

• Advanced level of skills. Strives to become proficient in aspects of the software. Seeks toadvance his or her knowledge of design development. Stays current on software updates and advises based on technical changes. Promotes and instructs others onadvancestechniques and new methods

Minimum Years of Experience

• 8+ Years of Experience

Education

• Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School orequivalent experience

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs and guides others ondeliverables withfocus on adherence toCADstandards, software utilization and data management procedures; and ability to independently perform analyses

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for personal task management and adherence todeadlines and scope

Management Responsibility

• Focuses a significant effort tomentoring lower-level CAD Operators. Provides solutions tounique problems. Identifies deficiencies and supplies recommendations.
• Given general instructions andworks independently with minimal supervision. Receives general review ofproject work

Communication Skills

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Facilitates interaction among staff. Able to effectively coach and mentor lower-level CAD Staff. Interacts closely andeffectively with Project Team. Interacts and advises atregular project meetings

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement